cash-in

[ kash-in ]

noun

1. redemption, as of mutual-fund shares.

cash in

verb

1. tr to give (something) in exchange, esp for money
2. informal.
   introften foll byon
   1. to profit (from)
   2. to take advantage (of)
3. intr a slang expression for die 1

Word History and Origins

Origin of cash-in¹

First recorded in 1935–40; noun use of verb phrase cash in

Example Sentences

I've lined up for a cash-in tree times, an' I'll make it four straight, sure.

From Project Gutenberg

"Let's line up fer a cash-in," he exclaimed to Mortimer, making a break down the steps to the lawn.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

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